Pope Francis Shows Slight Improvement and Resumes Some Work, Vatican Says
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Pope Francis still critical but shows 'slight improvement', Vatican says
Update: Pope Francis remains in ‘critical’ condition but has shown ‘slight improvement’
Francis was also given blood transfusions, according to the Vatican, after blood tests revealed he was suffering from thrombocytopenia, meaning the platelet count in his blood was too low, a condition the doctors said is associated with anemia. Infections and medical treatment may lower platelet count.
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Vatican to host rosary Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square as prayers pour in from around the world
Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, will lead a public recitation of the rosary at 9 p.m. Feb. 24 in St. Peter’s Square.
What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes sick or incapacitated?
The Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but not when he is sick
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LIVE UPDATES: Hundreds pray rosary for Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square
Pope Francis spends “a peaceful night” at Rome‘s Gemelli Hospital and has breakfast while sitting in an armchair on Thursday morning, the Vatican tells journalists on Feb. 20.
Pope Francis’ Critical Condition Sees Global Media Outlets Preparing to Descend Upon Rome
Global media outlets, including CNN, CBS and NBC, are getting ready to descend upon Rome and Vatican City following reports that Pope Francis is in critical condition. Logistical aspects such as renting terrace space to get the best camera angles of St.